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Bell, a registered nurse for 18 years in wound and ostomy department, shared her situation Thursday during a public forum about the privatization. More than 60 people, including Shreveport Mayor Cedric Glover, attended the meeting. Most wanted to know how the changes will affect their hours, pay and benefits.

"My purpose was to let the audience see someone who will not have a job," Bell said. "I do have other options. I probably will seek employment elsewhere, ...